I have a sweet tooth and I'm not afraid to use it

Microwave Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

I think I’ve mentioned making pumpkin pie oatmeal several times over the last year or so, and every time I have a bunch of people practically beg for the recipe. So why has it taken me so long to post this recipe? I wish I had a good excuse, like that the dog ate my blog post or aliens invaded my town and stole all the oatmeal, but we would all know that’s a lie. My dog doesn’t like eating and aliens hate oatmeal.

To make it worse, this recipe is not fancy or complicated at all. You don’t need to use your oven or pots. In fact, you don’t even need to make a trip to the grocery store to buy an expensive specialty ingredient that you’ll only use once before it languishes in the back of your pantry.

Will you ever be able to forgive me? Perhaps some Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal would help win you back…

Directions

Measure all of the ingredients into a microwave-safe bowl and stir just until combined. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until desired consistency. Top with more pecans and dried cranberries, if desired. Serve immediately.

My two year old and I just had this, this morning. I knew as soon as I saw it yesterday that it was the perfect way to help use up the pumpkin in our fridge. It did not disappoint! It was sooo good! He gobbled it all right up. This will become a regular in our house every time I have a little bit of pumpkin leftover (and I’m going to make sure there are leftovers!). Thanks for getting around to sharing it. ;)